Guosheng Lighthouse

Tainan Attractions

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Standing on a sandbar, the Guosheng Port Lighthouse, built in 1957, is located in the Guosheng Port area of Qigu District, Tainan City, making it the westernmost lighthouse in Taiwan. It is characterized by a conical steel structure painted in alternating black and white colors. The original Guosheng Port Lighthouse became submerged in the ocean after it suffered from typhoon damage and coastal erosion. In 1969, it was hit by Typhoon Viola, which caused the tower to collapse and become unusable. In June 1970, a new lighthouse was constructed nearby at Dingtou Eshan to replace the old one. Recommended one-day itinerary: Qigu Salt Mountain → Taiwan Salt Museum → Boat trip at Qigu Lagoon → Guosheng Port Lighthouse. Note that it is not advisable to visit at night due to lack of illumination. Visitors should exercise caution when accessing the northern entrance of the North Breakwater, as sand buildup can make it difficult for vehicles. It is recommended to enter from the southern entrance of the North Breakwater.

Address：Guosheng Harbor, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Guosheng Lighthouse Introduction

Located on a sandbar, the Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse, built in 1957, is situated in the Guosheng Harbor of Qigu District, Tainan City. It is the westernmost lighthouse in Taiwan, constructed with a conical steel framework painted in alternating black and white colors. After being commissioned, the original Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse was heavily impacted by typhoons and coastal erosion, leading to its base being submerged in the ocean. In 1969, it was destroyed by Typhoon Aura, rendering it unusable. In June of the following year, a new lighthouse was built nearby at Dingtou Eshan to replace the original one. Recommended one-day itinerary: Qigu Salt Mountain → Taiwan Salt Museum → Boat trip on Qigu Lagoon → Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse. It is not recommended to visit at night due to lack of lighting. Please be cautious of the north entrance at the northern bank of the embankment, as sand can easily accumulate there due to wind. It is advisable to enter through the south entrance of the northern embankment for safety.

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Guosheng Lighthouse Travel Information

Address：Guosheng Harbor, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Remarks："The location of this parking area is remote, and incidents of theft such as breaking car windows have occurred. Tourists should not leave handbags, laptops, or other valuables inside the car when getting out to avoid theft." The opening hours of the Kuosheng Harbor Lighthouse restroom are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you visit during opening hours...

Other Nearby Attractions： Black-faced Spoonbill Ecological Exhibition Hall 、 Liukong Pier 、 Qigu Red Mangrove Reservation 、 Guanhai Tower 、 Cigu Salt Mountain Park 、 Longshan Temple 、 Qigu Seafood Street 、 Qigu Visitor Center 、 Zheng Chenggong Memorial Park 、 Taiwan Salt Museum

Nearby Cuisine： Sankua Qiaotou Sisters' Oyster Omelette 、 Sankou Qiaotou A-Guo Qigu Oysters Cake 、 Sankong Qiaotou Oysters 、 Sankou Qiaotou 61 Line Oyster Omelette 、 Foreign Anshen Fish Specialty Store 、 Sankou Rice Dumplings 、 Longshan Temple Oyster Omelette 、 Longshan A-Tsung Oyster Omelette and Oyster Noodle Soup 、 Longshan Happy Foot King Oyster Omelette 、 Qigu / Longmen Inn Restaurant (Selected to participate in the 2010 Taiwan Food Expo as a featured restaurant)